The James Litton Grant
for Choral Training
Honoring one of the co-founders of the Association of Anglican Musicians, the James Litton Grant for Choral Training will be given to an AAM member (or candidate for membership) for the purpose of further developing their own choir training skills, building a chorister program for young singers, or for another endeavor which lives into the spirit of creating excellent choral experiences within the Episcopal Church. An award of $3,500 will be given to the Litton Grant recipient.
This program is intended for an AAM member who is working as an Episcopal church musician, with funds being used to further develop skills in choir training, such as:
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coaching with an AAM mentor who is an experienced choral conductor
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coursework which aid in developing chorister programs for young singers
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A project, perhaps as part of a sabbatical, that includes significant study of choral programs.
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an academic project which focuses on a particular aspect of the Anglican choral tradition
Guidelines
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Applicant must be a member of AAM in good standing or an active candidate for AAM membership.
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Applications will be accepted beginning on March 15.
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Applications must be submitted by May 1.
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Grantee will be notified by June 1.
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The grantee must agree to submit a written report within one year of receiving funds.
Applications for the 2025 James Litton Grant are now closed.
Please email Grants Committee Chair, Jackson Hearn, with any questions regarding your application or eligibility.
Past Grant Recipients
Since its inception in 2023, the James Litton Grant has provided professional development opportunities including attendance at professional conferences, intensive study in choral conducting and service playing, leadership training, and private study.
2025
Renée Rybolt
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Houston, TX
2024
Annamarie Collins
Church of the Atonement, Chicago, IL
2023
Nick Andrews
St. John's Episcopal Church, Johnson City, TN
Past Grant Recipients
Since its inception in 2023, the James Litton Grant has provided professional development opportunities including attendance at professional conferences, intensive study in choral conducting and service playing, leadership training, and private study.
2025
Renée Rybolt
St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Houston, TX
2024
Annamarie Collins
Church of the Atonement, Chicago, IL
2023
Nick Andrews
St. John's Episcopal Church, Johnson City, TN
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